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January 25, 2008 New nursing labs raise the bar When the School of Nursing ordered 10 new hospital beds for its improved nursing laboratory, the process of moving them into the third-floor space of Ramstad Commons didn’t appear to pose a challenge. But once the computerized Stryker hospital beds arrived this fall, it became painfully obvious that more than brute strength was needed to get the 500-pound beds up the stairs. Instead, a large, third-floor window was removed and an extra-large
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August 11, 2008 Iconography highlighted at summer art exhibit Colorful paintings adorn the walls of the University Gallery, and in the center of the room sit several glass cases filled with scrolls, painted wood objects and parchment Bibles. The exhibit, “Picturing Faith: Continuing Traditions of Iconography and Illumination,” opened July 28 and runs through Aug. 22. It features the work of accomplished iconographer Kathy Sievers, along with pieces from the collection of Wang Center director
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May 1, 2012 PLU students sort through garbage and learn how much of what is thrown away can be recycled. (Photos by John Froschauer) Student discovers sustainability, finds passion By Katie Scaff ’13 Like many students, Sara Patterson ’14 knew PLU was all about sustainability, but she didn’t know what sustainability really meant. Patterson came to PLU from a small town in Idaho and hadn’t learned much about sustainability or recycling, because “it was just never made into a big deal.” “When I
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nursing facility center in Lynnwood, Washington. The rigorous program will prepare graduates to serve as qualified nursing professionals on the front lines of care in as little as 16 months. “As a state leader in nursing education, PLU is committed to developing programs and initiatives that prepare high-quality nurses to help meet the healthcare needs of communities across the Puget Sound region and beyond,” said PLU President Allan Belton. “This ABSN program will help meet an immediate need in the
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on the private college campus for the better part of a decade after the photo was taken — and private school in general seemed unlikely. Still, as far as my parents were concerned, college was never an “if;” it was a “where?” My mom always wanted to pursue a degree. A teenage pregnancy and four children delayed her plans. Although our parents never went to college before us, they worked hard to ensure we did not go without. That included my dad’s late nights in the garage, rebuilding the engine
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, Montana, would not step foot on the private college campus for the better part of a decade after the photo was taken — and private school in general seemed unlikely. Still, as far as my parents were concerned, college was never an “if;” it was a “where?” My mom always wanted to pursue a degree. A teenage pregnancy and four children delayed her plans. Although our parents never went to college before us, they worked hard to ensure we did not go without. That included my dad’s late nights in the garage
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YOU'RE IN! Congratulations on your admission to PLU! Below you’ll find helpful information and next steps to take now that you’ve been admitted.Remember that at any point you can contact your PLU Admission Counselor or the Admission Office at 253-535-7151 or admission@plu.edu with questions.UPCOMING IMPORTANT DATES DECEMBER 18 & 19, 2023: New Student Registration for spring semester (virtual appointments) JANUARY 9 & 10, 2024: New Student Registration for spring semester (virtual & in-person
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Lutes Participate in Alumni Job Shadow Program Posted by: vcraker / February 14, 2022 February 14, 2022 Pacific Lutheran University’s Lute Job Shadow Program is an opportunity for current students to connect with alumni working in their chosen careers. The Alumni and Student Connections Office do a great job of connecting students to alums who are working in the field they are interested in. Elli Pippin, PLU’s assistant director for career and experiential learning, said the program was
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PLU Symphony Orchestra ReunionThe Pacific Lutheran University Symphony Orchestra will close its concert season at PLU in May 2023 with a special event marking the end of an era, and a celebration of the orchestra’s long tradition. Professor Jeffrey Bell-Hanson will close his tenure with the orchestra as he prepares for retirement, conducting part of a gala concert featuring the members of the current PLUSO joined by alumni of the orchestra. Dr. Jerry Kracht, Conductor Emeritus, will also join
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Anthropology OverviewThe word anthropology comes from the Greek words anthropos, meaning “human”, and logos, which refers to doctrine, theory or science. Loosely defined, anthropology is the comprehensive study of humankind with an emphasis on culture. It is a holistic field which can touch on multiple specific disciplines, including humanistic approaches from history to literature the empirical or “natural” sciences from geology to physics, as well as behavioral studies such as sociology to
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